Maharashtra - Study Mode

[#501] When was the University of Mumbai established?
Correct Answer

(B) 1857

Explanation

Solution: The premier university was founded on 18 th July 1857
by British Officer Dr. John Wilson. The University of Mumbai is one of the oldest and premier Universities in India. It was established in 1857 consequent upon "Wood's Education Dispatch", and it is one amongst the first three Universities in India.

[#502] When President's rule has been imposed for the first time in Maharashtra
Correct Answer

(B) 1980

Explanation

Solution: President's rule has been imposed for the first time in Maharashtra in 1980s
it was common for the Union government to dismiss state governments led by opposition parties. The Indira Gandhi regime and post-emergency Janata Party were noted for this practice.

[#503] What is the Demonym for the people of Maharashtra?
Correct Answer

(C) Maharashtrian

Explanation

Solution: Maharashtrian is the Demonym for the people of Maharashtra. The demonym Indian applies to nationals of the present-day Republic of India, but also to people residing outside of India, who are called Overseas Indians
before the partition of India in 1947, the demonym applied to all nationals residing in the entirety of British India.